Commercial Leasing Manager

Our client is a privately held real estate investment and operating company focused on owning and managing high-quality commercial office assets in premier coastal markets. The firm maintains a concentrated portfolio of Class A office properties located in supply-constrained, high-barrier-to-entry submarkets known for strong economic fundamentals, proximity to executive housing, and access to lifestyle amenities.

The company’s strategy centers on acquiring and operating assets in highly desirable urban submarkets dominated by smaller, affluent tenants, where office occupancy is a strategic business need rather than purely a cost decision. By building meaningful market share within targeted submarkets, the organization leverages deep local market intelligence, operating scale, and strong vendor relationships to drive leasing performance and long-term value creation.

The firm operates through a fully integrated platform, providing in-house leasing, proactive asset and property management, and internal design and construction capabilities. This integrated approach enables the company to deliver a high level of tenant service while efficiently managing redevelopment, repositioning, and leasing initiatives across its portfolio.

Headquartered in Los Angeles, the company has built a reputation for disciplined investment, operational excellence, and long-term ownership within some of Southern California’s most competitive office markets.

Position Overview

This individual will play a key role in supporting the continued growth and performance of a portfolio of Class A office properties in the Los Angeles market. The position is responsible for managing the full leasing lifecycle, including tenant prospecting, marketing available space, negotiating lease transactions, and maintaining strong tenant relationships.

The successful candidate will work closely with internal asset management, legal, and construction teams to ensure leasing activity supports the broader strategic objectives of the portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to and manage inbound inquiries from real estate brokers and prospective tenants
• Generate new tenant leads through targeted prospecting, canvassing, and cold outreach
• Coordinate and conduct property tours for prospective tenants
• Prepare, negotiate, and finalize Letters of Intent and brokerage commission agreements
• Partner with internal legal teams on negotiation and execution of lease documentation
• Collaborate with internal space planning and construction teams on tenant improvement planning
• Track leasing pipeline activity and provide weekly and monthly reporting to management
• Support strategies aimed at maximizing occupancy, tenant retention, and long-term asset value

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• California Real Estate Salesperson license required
• Minimum 5 years of successful office or retail leasing experience
• Strong communication, negotiation, and deal-closing skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams
• Working knowledge of commercial lease structures and financial analysis of lease transactions
• Highly motivated, results-oriented, and proactive personality

Compensation: $ 120-150k base with bonus potential

Location : Santa Monica, California

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